consciousness

• Substantivo que designa o estado de estar consciente, a capacidade de perceber a si mesmo, os próprios pensamentos e o ambiente ao redor; também se refere à mente ou à faculdade de perceber e compreender.

A noun referring to the state of being aware of and able to think about one's own existence, thoughts, and surroundings.

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1. State of awarenessB2formal

   The state of being awake and aware of one's surroundings and thoughts.

   Consciência

   • He lost consciousness after the accident.
   • The patient regained consciousness several hours later.
   • She was fully conscious during the entire procedure.

   Sinônimosalertnessawarenesscognizancesentiencewakefulness

   Antônimosblackoutinsensibilityunconsciousness

2. Awareness or perceptionB2formal

   Awareness or understanding of something, especially a particular issue or situation.

   Consciência

   • There is a growing consciousness about environmental issues.
   • Her political consciousness developed during college.
   • The campaign aims to raise consciousness about mental health.

   Sinônimosawarenesscognizanceknowledgemindfulnessnoticeperceptionrealizationrecognitionunderstanding

3. Mind or thoughtsC1formal

   The totality of a person's thoughts, feelings, and sensations.

   Consciência

   • The philosopher explored the nature of human consciousness.
   • Meditation can help expand your consciousness.
   • Stream of consciousness is a literary technique used by many authors.

   Sinônimosawarenesscognitionmindpsychethought